2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
